In 1992, the Queen addressed the European Parliament in Strasbourg in a speech which praised the European Union for realising Churchill’s vision of a united Europe. She wore a broach representing the 12 stars of the EU flag.
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The Queen praised the founders of the EU and noted that “their aims were much more ambitious than a materialistic vision”, quoting from Jean Monnet’s memoirs where he described the unification of European industry as a guarantee of peace. (2/x)
Concluding her remarks, the Queen called for the expansion of the European Union and for it to help Europe play a greater role in the wider world, quoting Lord Salisbury: “we are a part of the community of Europe, and we must do our duty as such”. (3/x)
The Queen wore the same broach again for this year’s Christmas message. The message is clear. (4/4) 
(NB. Spelling should be brooch of course.)
